Nigerian cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, has been released from the Kirikiri Correctional Centre after serving a six-month sentence for the abuse of naira notes. The release, which occurred on August 5, 2024, marks the end of a high-profile legal battle that began with his conviction on April …
Read More »JB Danquah’s 1951 Letter Opposing Kwame Nkrumah’s Independence Move Surfaces
A historical letter from 1951 authored by Joseph Boakye Danquah, a prominent member of the United Gold Coast Convention (UGCC), has resurfaced online, shedding light on his opposition to a call for immediate independence from British colonial rule. JB Danquah, as he was popularly known, wrote the letter rejecting an …
Read More »Afua Asantewaa Aduonum Installed as Nkosouhemaa of Breman Essiam
Celebrated participant in the Guinness World Records (GWR) Singathon, Afua Asantewaa O Aduonum, has been bestowed with the distinguished title of Nkosouhemaa (Queen Mother of Development) of Breman Essiam. During the traditional event, she received the stool name Nana Afua Asantewaa Anomatewaa I. The installation ceremony was a lively and …
Read More »“Voting on Saturday Not Aligned with Our Religious Beliefs” – SDA Stands by its Decision not to Vote on December 7
President Akufo-Addo’s request for the Seventh Day Adventist Church (SDA) to reconsider its decision not to vote in the December 7 election seems unsuccessful. The SDA Church reaffirmed its stance, citing the conflict between the election date and their religious observance of the Sabbath. In a statement, the Church emphasized …
Read More »EC to Brief Parliament Today on 2024 Elections
The Electoral Commission (EC) is set to address Parliament on Friday, July 19, 2024, to update the House on the preparations for the upcoming 2024 General Elections. The briefing will take place in the parliamentary chamber, following a request from members who wish to assess the electoral management body’s readiness …
Read More »Concerned Drivers Association to Increase Transport Fares by 15%
The Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana has announced a 15 percent increase in transport fares, effective Monday, July 22, 2024. The association attributes this fare hike to the rising cost of fuel, with some oil marketing companies now selling prod The ucts at prices exceeding GH₵15. Additionally, the increased prices …
Read More »3 Million Condoms Reportedly Gone Missing: Auditor-General Goes After Delivery Driver
The Auditor-General is pursuing Joe Gyaten, a driver who failed to deliver approximately three million male condoms and other contraceptives, valued at GH¢1.34 million, to the Regional Medical Stores (RMS) in the Eastern Region. On August 22, 2022, Mr. Gyaten was assigned to deliver the contraceptives, including 120,000 vials of …
Read More »Police Invite A-Plus to Assist in Ahmed Suale Murder Investigation
The Ghana Police Service has invited Kwame Asare Obeng, known as A-Plus, to aid in the investigation into the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale. This follows A-Plus’s recent social media claims that he possesses information about the case. During a Facebook live session on July 13, A-Plus asserted that …
Read More »Kenya’s President Ruto Dissolves Entire Cabinet
President William Ruto has announced the dismissal of all members of his Cabinet. During a media briefing at State House Nairobi on July 11, President Ruto stated that only Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will retain his position. Additionally, the office of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua remains unaffected by this …
Read More »Parliament passes National Service Authority Bill 2024
Parliament has passed the National Service Authority Bill 2024 on Tuesday, July 9. The house was unanimous in giving the national service autonomy, TV3’s Komla Klutse reported from Parliament. The Executive Director of the National Service Scheme, Osei Assibey Antwi, who addressed the media on this development said that with …
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